Apple price target raised to $150 from $130 at StifelStifel increased its price target on Apple as the firm thinks the company "has more than enough capacity" to increase its dividend to $2.30-$2.40 per share. The firm indicates that it believes that Apple can reduce its tax rate. Stifel keeps a Buy rating on the stock.

Apple near-term capital return could be less than expected, says UBSUBS said they believe Apple could take a near-term breather on capital returns due to potential U.S. tax reform, increased dependence on debt issuance for stock buyback funding, and the potential for its board to wait for more clarity on repatriation. UBS reiterated its Buy rating and $150 price target on Apple shares.

Apple's market cap hits nearly $775B, CNBC reportsApple's (AAPL) market cap has reached nearly $775B after the stock closed at a record on Monday, up over 2.7% to $133, CNBC reports. Exxon Mobil (XOM) has a market cap of about $377B. Reference Link